Abstract: Dielectric elastomer (DE) possesses attributes such as large deformation and fast response. As a typical DE actuating structure, the multilayered DE bending actuator (MDEBA) is lightweight and can actuate in relatively low ...

Abstract: Compared to robots and devices made of rigid components, soft robots and flexible devices driven by soft active materials possess various advantages including high adaptability under extreme environment and compatibility ...

Abstract: Scar structures of natural animals can reinforce the wounds both mechanically and biologically to maintain the functions of the injured muscle and skin. Inspired by the scar structure, we present a dielectric elastomer ...